title: Paediatric atopic dermatitis: parameters of aetiology, diagnosis and management.
abstract: Atopic dermatitis is not merely a skin condition. It can have a profound physical and psychological effect on the child and his/her family. This article discusses aetiology of the disease and describes appropriate management strategies.
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Blandthorn
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D003876:Dermatitis, Atopic / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology* / Q000628:therapy; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D011379:Prognosis